Season 2 Ep.1 - Ricardo Rio | Former Mayor of Braga, Awarded World Mayor for Sustainability 2022

Season 2 Ep.1 - Ricardo Rio | Former Mayor of Braga, Awarded World Mayor for Sustainability 2022

What does it really take to turn a mid-sized city into a global benchmark for livability, sustainability, and growth? In this episode of the Cityscape Global Podcast, Olivia Kinghorst, Former CNN Anchor and Former Senior Editor at Forbes, sits down with Ricardo Rio, Former Mayor of Braga and recipient of the World Mayor for Sustainability Award 2022, to explore how a city of 200,000 people became one of Europe's most compelling urban success stories. From kickstarting economic transformation during a national financial crisis to building a governance model that engaged every layer of society, Ricardo Rio shares the decisions, strategies and principles that drove Braga forward across his 12 years of leadership.

Ep. 5 – Julia Arlt | Global PropTech Expert & Former Head of Digital Real Estate at PwC

Building the future, powered by people and AI.  In this episode, Julia Arlt, Global PropTech Expert & Former Head of Digital Real Estate at PwC Global, shares her perspective on how AI is transforming industries not by replacing people, but by empowering them to focus on what truly matters: human connection and innovation.   Hear from Julia and other global visionary leaders at Cityscape Global! 🗓️ 17–20 November 2025

Ep. 4 – Surella Segú | Chief Heat Officer, Mexico

Featuring Surella Segu, Chief Heat Officer of Mexico.  From the rising challenge of urban heat to the future of climate-resilient city design, discover how cities can adapt, protect communities, and build environments that sustain life in a warming world.    🗓️ 17–20 November 2025  📍 Riyadh Exhibition & Convention Center, Saudi Arabia

Ep. 3 – H.E. Dr. Margarete Schramböck | Former Austrian Minister of Economy & Digital Affairs

How do you think Saudi Arabia is rewriting the rules of sport?   From launching the first female sports channel to guaranteeing equal pay for women’s tournaments, the Kingdom is showing that sport can drive transformation far beyond the field.   Join H.E. Dr. Margarete Schramböck, Former Austrian Minister of Economy & Digital Affairs and Aramco Digital Advisor, as she explores how Saudi’s young, passionate generation – with an average age of just 26 – is turning sport into a catalyst for progress, diplomacy, and global connection.   Discover what Europe can learn from Saudi Arabia, why the Crown Prince’s gamer spirit is fueling a global esports movement, and how sport is becoming the Kingdom’s ultimate bridge to the world.   🎧 Tune in now  Register Now: https://register.visitcloud.com/survey/0r8b88jetse22?utm_source=speaker&utm_medium=referral&… [https://register.visitcloud.com/survey/0r8b88jetse22?utm_source=speaker&utm_medium=referral&%E2%80%A6]

Ep. 2 – Yves Rathle | Architect of the Jacksonville Jaguars’ “Stadium of the Future”

Award-winning architect Yves Rathle unveils the Stadium of the Future on the Cityscape Global Podcast.    Meet Yves Rathle and other global visionary leaders – at Cityscape Global!    Register now: https://register.visitcloud.com/survey/0r8b88jetse22?utm_source=speaker&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=aec25sau-aa-speaker-yves-rathle&utm_content=podcast [https://register.visitcloud.com/survey/0r8b88jetse22?utm_source=speaker&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=aec25sau-aa-speaker-yves-rathle&utm_content=podcast]      🗓️ 17–20 November 2025  📍 Riyadh Exhibition & Convention Center, Saudi Arabia  00:21 – 0:59 · What is the ”Stadium of the Future”? 1:00 – 3:41 · A stadium designed by the sun  3:42 – 7:35 · Advice for cities and developers planning venues for mega events  7:36 – 9:47 · The architect dream  9:48 – 16:00 · Design trends that will shape the next generation of sports and entertainment venues 16:01 – 16:40 · Speaking at Cityscape Global  16:41 – 18:35 · Yves Rathle’s lecture at Cityscape Global  18:36 – 19:37 · Beyond the stadium’s purpose  19:38 – 21:05 · Building a stadium to use more than 9 weeks out of the year 21:06 – 22:14 · Fostering connectivity to the community  22:15 – 22:31 · Look forward to seeing you in November